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Device for the formation and deposition on a substrate of monomolecular films

US4599969A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 30, 1984
Grant dateJul 15, 1986
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Expiry dateNov 30, 2004

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB82Y40/00
  • WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Tank for depositing a monomolecular film. It comprises a tank having walls and a base and containing a liquid, a barrier defining two areas on the surface of the liquid, means for displacing the barrier on the surface of the liquid, at least one substrate and means for displacing the substrate. The level of the liquid is below the horizontal rim of the tank. The barrier has a break at each of its ends and rests on the edges of the tank. The break defines a narrower portion partly submerged in the liquid. Sealing means are provided between the faces of the narrower portion and the facing walls.

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